Sanjay Dutt Visits Lalbaugcha Raja, Applies Sindoor on Wife Maanayata's Forehead

Many Bollywood celebrities have been making their way to Mumbai's iconic Lalbaugcha Raja pandal during the ongoing Ganeshotsav celebrations. After Shah Rukh Khan, Parineeti Chopra, Govinda, and others, Sanjay Dutt visited Lalbaugcha Raja with his wife Maanayata Dutt on Tuesday.

The couple, clad in distinctive attire - Sanjay in a lively orange kurta and Maanayata in a bright pink suit - sought blessings from the deity.

At a poignant moment, Sanjay was seen tenderly taking sindoor from Bappa's feet and applying it to his wife's forehead. The visit to the revered 'Lalbaugcha Raja' pandal marked Sanjay's return for darshan, an event he had longed to experience. Bappa's blessings were said to be a source of great comfort for Sanjay.

Who expressed his eagerness to return next year. Hoping to be invited back by the deity, thereby securing a spot at the pandal for future visits.

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Sanjay Dutt's visit to Lalbaugcha Raja was a coincidence. As he was also reunited with his friend Chunky Panday, who was at the pandal with his daughter Ananya Panday. The reunion was a heartwarming moment, as Sanjay and Chunky hugged and greeted each other.

Shah Rukh Khan arrived at Lalbaugcha Raja the day before Sanjay's scheduled visit. Accompanied by his wife Gauri Khan and daughter Suhana Khan. The power couple joined the aarti ceremony and were spotted seeking blessings from the deity.

This marks the latest in a long-standing tradition for the actor. Who has been a frequent visitor to the pandal in the past.

Sanjay Dutt has continued to work across Hindi and regional cinema in recent years. In 2025, he was seen in films including Housefull 5, Baaghi 4 and Dhurandhar. In 2026, he appeared in The Raja Saab, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, Raja Shivaji, Aakhri Sawal and the Kannada film KD: The Devil.

Ajay Devgn is set to star in the jungle adventure film Ranger. Initially slated for a December 2026 release, now slated for 2027. Jagan Shakti helms the production, which is being brought to life by Luv Films.

Devgn will portray a forest officer battling animal poaching. Meanwhile, Sanjay Dutt will play the role of the antagonist, with Tamannaah Bhatia as the female lead.

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Sanjay Dutt's visit to Lalbaugcha Raja was a welcome respite from his busy work schedule. As he navigated the crowded venue, Dutt ensured his wife's safety, maintaining a close proximity to her throughout their outing. The couple's visit to the pandal was a heartwarming moment.

As they sought blessings from the deity and reflected on their good fortune.

The visit to Lalbaugcha Raja was also a shows the enduring bond between Sanjay Dutt and his friends and family in the Bollywood industry. As he sought blessings from Bappa, Dutt expressed his gratitude for being able to visit the pandal for darshan once again. His visit was a reminder that even in the midst of a busy schedule.

There is always time to seek blessings and connect with loved ones.